1967 Riley 4 vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1972 Subaru Leone is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley 4 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Because 1967 Riley 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Riley 4 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Riley 4 | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Riley | Subaru |
Model | 4 | Leone |
Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |